1969 Honda S800 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Rover 45 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | S800 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
